2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLK | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |